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National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseaseshttp://www.niddk.nih.govThis group conducts and supports research on many serious diseases affecting public health.

National Kidney Foundation (NKF)http://www.kidney.orgNKF seeks to prevent kidney and urinary tract diseases, improve the health and well-being of individuals and families affected by these diseases, and increase the availability of all organs for transplantation.

American Medical Association (AMA)http://www.ama-assn.orgThe AMA has made a commitment to medicine by making doctors more accessible to their patients. Contact the AMA at:
American Medical Association
515 N. State St.
Chicago, IL 60610
(312) 464-5000

American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)http://www.aap.orgThe AAP is committed to the health and well-being of infants, adolescents, and young adults. The website offers news articles and tips on health for families.

American Diabetes Association (ADA)http://www.diabetes.orgThe ADA website includes news, information, tips, and recipes for people with diabetes.

American Society of Hematologyhttp://www.hematology.org/This group provides information relating to blood, blood-forming tissues, and blood diseases.

Lab Tests Onlinehttp://www.labtestsonline.orgThis non-commercial site was developed by laboratory professionals to educate caregivers, patients, and patients' families about lab tests.